Manchester United have offered Victor Valdes the chance to complete his rehabilitation from injury at Old Trafford.

The goalkeeper became a free-agent over the summer when his contract with Barcelona expired.

Prior to his hugely successful time at the Nou Camp coming to an end, the 32-year-old suffered a serious knee injury.

Reports had suggested that Liverpool were the front-runners to sign the highly-rated Spain international, however the developments at Manchester United suggest they may have fallen behind in the race to sign the goalkeeper.

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A statement on Manchester United's website read: "Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has offered the 32-year-old former Barcelona goalkeeper Victor Valdes a chance to complete his rehabilitation from a knee injury and to work his way back to fitness with the club.

"Valdes, a free agent, will have his recovery supervised by the United medical staff before training with the first team, as he bids to regain full fitness."

Manchester United injury list

Manchester United injury list

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Wayne Rooney

There is uncertainty over the extent of the Manchester United captain's injury, with fears he may have suffered ligament damage to his knee during the 3-0 defeat to Everton. Unlikely to feature against West Brom and could miss the rest of the season.

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Michael Carrick

Having limped off in the 4-2 derby victory over Manchester City, it's uncertain if the England midfielder will fit for this weekend. Was unable to even make the bench for the defeat to Everton.

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Rafael

The right-back's return to action has suffered a set-back. After making a short appearance in the 3-0 win over Tottenham in March, the Brazilian has been pushing for full fitness. However he suffered a blow to the ribs in an Under-21 match against Leicester and could miss the rest of the season.

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Marcos Rojo

Having missed the games against Chelsea and Everton due to a groin injury, the Argentina international is pushing for a return and could feature this weekend.

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Phil Jones

Fellow defender Phil Jones also missed the defeats to Chelsea and Evertton but the England international has returned to training after a foot complaint and could play at against West Brom.

There is no mention of whether United will sign Valdes once he has recuperated, although it seems likely the option will be discussed.

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Van Gaal, who worked with Valdes during his time as manager of Barcelona, has Anders Lindegaard and Ben Amos in reserve behind David De Gea.

The arrival of Valdes will likely increase speculation over the future of De Gea, who has been mooted as the long-term successor to Iker Casillas at Real Madrid. However, in a recent interview De Gea said he was happy at United.